Dierks Bentley Shares Release Date, Track Listing for ‘Black’

Dierks Bentley has unveiled the details of his upcoming eighth studio album, Black.

The country star's new project is set for release on May 27. It will be available for pre-order beginning on April 1. Black, which Bentley has previously explained is partially named for his wife, was produced by Ross Copperman and executive producer Arturo Buenahora Jr.

“It’s a relationship album that covers the ups and downs of the journey and ends with some self-realization and evolvement,” Bentley notes in a press release. “The song "Black" helps set all of that in motion at the top of the album by guiding you into the darkness and the shadows of the night. The same guy who sings "Somewhere on a Beach" winds up growing and having enough perspective to sing something introspective like "Different for Girls." By the last song, he's taking a look back on love and life.”

Black features 13 tracks, including its first single, "Somewhere on a Beach." Guest vocalists include Maren Morris and Elle King, as well as an appearance by Trombone Shorty.

“Having a female perspective on this record really made the album more than just music," Bentley notes. "It makes it a conversation between a guy and a girl. Sometimes it's harmonious, and sometimes it's two people clashing, but it's always there.”